The Curse of Unemployment 1936

"The Curse of Unemployment" is a woodcut print created by Friedolin Kessler in 1936, capturing the despair and hardship of the Great Depression. The print depicts a man standing over a "No Job Open" sign, a skeleton looming above with the words "Wanted for Crime," and a man and woman in the grip of desperation, all set against the backdrop of the American flag. This piece serves as a stark reminder of the social and economic challenges faced by many during this period, highlighting the desperation of unemployment and its potential consequences.